One of Russian TV-channels announced the launch of new project – “Academia”, which will consist of public lectures of eminent Russian scientists.

Russian scientists from the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine developed a molecular biosensor for detecting cancer on its early stages, as well as genetic anomalies of fetus during pregnancy.

Russian government extended the ban on human cloning. Moratorium on human cloning expired in July 2007, but now is introduced again.

Russian engineers currently work on a multipurpose destroyer of a new generation, which will be built using “stealth” technology.

Russian scientists developed an innovative technique for anticorrosion protection of metal goods.